About Portland's Forest Heights

Forest Heights is an upscale neighborhood, nestled in the hills west of downtown Portland. For this reason, being only a 10 minute commute downtown, it is desireable. But, the Forest Heights neighborhood itself is more then the age-old adage of; location, location, location. Forest Heights has the areas most PREMIERE selection of newer homes (many built un the 1990's to present) on those highly desireable larger lots.

Quite a few properties in Forest Heights encompass a terrific view . . . and what a VIEW! The western sunsets!  Absolutely spectacular.  The Coast Range, the range of mountains that divide the coast and the Metro Portland western regions can be seen.

The commute to the Silicone Forest of Hillsboro is great too.  For all the high-tech commuters, Forest Heights makes sense. 

One draw to Forest Heights are the schools:

• Forest Park Elementary
• West Sylvan Middle
• Lincoln High

Some other draws would be the walking trails, Mill Pond (see:  Neighborhoods: Forest Heihts Mill Pond).

I love to show and sell in Forest Heights.  The homes with the views, and the homes on the lower level of the development with their easy access to the numerous walking trails and Mill Pond . . . the eclectic mix of detached properties, condo / town homes, provide a great mix and community.

Within the past few years, a centrally located shopping center was developed to give Forest Heights residents a place to walk to for their cup 'o joe and haircuts.  Forest Heights Village Center.  Stroll to Mill Pond, or walk to Starbucks -- whatever your pleasure, Forest Heights is one of the nicest communities, which continues to maintain livability and sense of neighborhood. 

Forest Heights is about 700 ft above sea-level and there is a day, or two out of each year where ice and snow accumulates, yet down the hill will be snow free.  If you decide to buy a home in Forest Heights, bring your sled and snow tires just in case . . . and ENJOY!

Forest Heights is managed by the Forest Heights HOA.  They maintain the walking trails, common areas and host a ton of community events.

Forest Heights Market Trend - Jan. - Dec. 2010

Report Summary

 There are currently 40 properties FOR SALE in Forest Heights.  This includes, short sales and bank owned -- although they comprise a very small percentage of the lisitngs!  The area is very stable.  PLEASE CLICK HERE TO VIEW.  (The listings are current for the date posted.  The link will not work after two weeks.)

Forest Park is one of my favorite neighborhoods in Portland, mainly because of the massive park, aptly named Forest Park. The park is the largest of its kind within city limits anywhere in the US, boasting 5,170 acres and over 40 miles of trails. The area combines rolling green pastures, stunning views East and West, and fine homes in both new developments and on existing large lots. The neighborhood has a pleasantly rural quality to it, especially given that it’s only a short drive from the vibrant Northwest Portland neighborhood, and all that it has to offer.

Located high in the West Hills, Forest Park is named, obviously enough, for Forest Park, which extends northward from the neighborhood for miles. With hiking trails aplenty, a true feeling of natural serenity and proximity to amenities, Forest Park is a great choice for the nature-lover who doesn’t want to be too isolated.

Forest Park Real Estate

Forest park real estate comes in fourth among Portland’s most expensive neighborhoods behind Southwest Hills, Hillside and Arlington Heights with an average home price of $628,900 . The 5 year price gain was 12% which is very good, considering that most home prices fell in the housing slump. 44 is the average age of ownership and 81% of the homes are owner occupied. Forest Park came in #2 our of 100 neighborhoods in Portland on walkscore.com for the best walking areas.

Parks and Recreation

• Forest Park (I bet you could’ve guessed that!)

Schools

• Skyline Elementary School
• West Sylvan Middle
• Lincoln High
• Portland Public Schools District Map

Because school district boundaries do not necessarily correspond to neighborhood boundaries, verify which school your child will attend by clicking here and entering your address or prospective address.

Statistics

• Click Here to view demographics, property tax information and more for Forest Park.
• Click Here to compare Forest Park to other Portland neighborhoods.
• Click Here to view crime statistics for Forest Park.

For more information about Forest Park or Portland real estate, contact Loren Castillo at eXp Realty!

Loren Castillo is a recruiter and career coach with eXp Realty in Portland, Oregon. Contact by phone at503.998.4868 or by e-mail at loren.castillo@exprealty.com

Homes for Sale in Forest Heights

As of this post date, there are currently 60 homes for sale in Forest Heights

Of the 60 homes for sale in Forest Heights, they include:

• 49 Detached Homes  -- PRICED:  $399,900 - $1.6M

• 11 Attached/Condos -- PRICED:  $250,000 - $579,00

Relocating to Forest Heights

Each week I look at the local market areas, and from the CURRENT ACTIVE LISTINGS, I like to select one property as my Pick of the Week.

If I was relocating, one neighborhood that I would certainly consider would be Forest Heights.  I've written several posts about the Forest Heights area which outline why I would consider relocating to Forest Heights, a community located in the City of Portland.

This week's selection is a lovely Craftsman.  Located in Forest Heights, backing to a dedicated greenspace, the home has a greet 'natural' feel.  This 3 bedroom, 2.1 bath home has two levels.  The main is 1,443 sq. ft., with open floor-plan, and master on the main!

The second level is a lower level, and I kinda like these floor-plans.   The family room, den/office are all located on the lower level, overlooking the serene backyard.  The lower level is approximately 1,247 sq. ft.  The location of this property is great  Not a lot of through traffic, easy walk to Forest Park Elementary school. 

Because of the location, price (and it is offered on a short sale), age of home (built 2001), amenities (hardwoods, central A/C, Master on Main, sprinkler system) and nice touches (french doors to deck, great use of windows, centrally located fireplace, SS appliances) -- this Forest Heights home is my pick of the week.

 ~ ~ CLICK HERE TO VIEW MY FOREST HEIGHTS PICK OF THE WEEK ~~

• Forest Park Elementary School
• More Information About Forest Heights
• Forest Heights Mill Pond

Forest Park Elementary -- Forest Heights Portland, OR -- School Supplies and Class Schedule

Yup, it's that time of year again . . . school starts!  And with that, the need for school supplies.  If you're in the Forest Park Elementary school area, information provided will help you get your little darlings all equipped and ready to . . . go to school!!

Forest Heights, Portland OR is a community nestled in the hills west of Downtown Portland.  Forest Park Elementary is the local school . . . grades K-5

• Forest Park Elementary School Supplies:  From grades Kindergarten through 5th, here is the list of school supplies needed for the 2010 school year at Forest Park Elementary:  CLICK ME FOR a list of Forest Park Elementary School Supplies

Link here to Forest Park Elementary

Forest Park Elementary Class Schedule

• Sept. 2, 2010 -- 2 P.M. - 3 P.M.  Meet & Greet Thursday, September 2nd, 2pm - 3pm.  1st and 2nd grade students may come, meet their new teacher and drop off school supplies
• Sept 7, 2010 -- School starts

Forest Park Elementary Parent Resources -- click for more information, including:

• Registration forms
• Bus routes
• Snow routes
• TAG Program
• Lunch menus
• and more . . .

For help with school supplies, please check out Schoolhouse Supplies

Forest Park Elementary